Whatever the weapon and whatever the system, Swordwind's practice of HEMA is founded on three core types of training: sparring, cutting,...

In our last post, we looked a bit more at the idea that historical fencing systems are primarily models of thinking about fighting...

In our last post, we looked at the idea that medieval fencing systems did not think of themselves as teaching weapon-specific fighting...

Practice Knighthood, and learn Art that adorns you, And in wars brings honor. Wrestle well, grappler. Glaive, spear, sword, and knife,...

The sidesword was one of the most popular swords of the 16th century, especially in Mediterranean countries. What were its...

What is a Longsword? Swordwind teaches the use of the longsword according to the tradition of Johannes Liechtenauer. But what is a...